Flying from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Around 10 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Istanbul one hour behind Port Louis.
Flights from MRU to IST start at 20:05 — the first with Turkish Airlines. The last departure is at 20:35 with Turkish Airlines. Overall, you can choose from ten weekly Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your MRU to IST flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Travelling to Istanbul (and then seeing more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a cinch with Turkish Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Most travellers choose to fly with Turkish Airlines on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between MRU and IST:
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Dubai Airport
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Right now, ₹ 31,739 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ₹ 62,336. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from MRU to IST by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
December is the cheapest month for flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment the price changes on cheap flights from MRU to IST.
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Handy information about Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU)
72.12% of flights departing from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Port Louis to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching an early flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near MRU:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Consider booking a hotel close to IST if you're taking a late Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own speed with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and find adventure across Istanbul and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. The drive time takes about 50 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Istanbul. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MRU to IST sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've seen Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.
